Travelling from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL): What you need to know
Guilin is three hours behind Melbourne. Guilin Liangjiang International Airport is located in Guilin, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Melbourne to KWL.
Travelling during a popular month such as December? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to KWL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel close to Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to KWL flight, lay your head at Corio Bay Motel.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing on schedule.
About Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near KWL instead:
KWL is located at 306 Provincial Rd..
Getting from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) to central Guilin
From Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, central Guilin is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
Right now, Rs124,611 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs311,055. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to KWL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
October is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL). Visit Guilin in August for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Melbourne to KWL plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Guilin to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Guilin
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Guilin:
There are loads of terrific things to do in Guilin when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Interlinked Peaks followed by Lijiang River Scenic Area and Duxiu Peak.
Explore more of China
Guilin will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres northeast of Guilin, a trip to Hengyang will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like West Lake Park, Linghu Park and Kaifu Temple.
Around 225 kilometres southeast of Guilin, Wuzhou is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Longquan Waterfall, Taihe Garden and Weixinli Dwellings.
